RAIL DIRECT TRANSPORTATION COMPANY
USDOT 706550 • 801 BROAD STREET SUITE 201, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23707
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-326565 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Dec 1, 2022 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | 5V95945 | ON FILE | Dec 1, 2018 | Dec 1, 2022 |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | CARGO | QT-660-4222L250-TIL-08 | ON FILE | Jan 12, 2008 | Dec 22, 2017 |
Insurance History (25 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | 5T2 05 62 | REPLACED | Nov 15, 2014 | Dec 1, 2018 |
| EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | 5M2 05 62 | REPLACED | Nov 15, 2014 | Nov 15, 2014 |
| EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | 5T2 05 62 | CANCELLED | Nov 15, 2014 | Dec 9, 2018 |
| COMPANION PROPERTY & CASUALTY INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | CAF 3622898 | CANCELLED | Jan 12, 2011 | Jan 12, 2015 |
| COMPANION PROPERTY & CASUALTY INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | CAF 3622898 | REPLACED | Jan 12, 2011 | Nov 15, 2014 |
| VANLINER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TRV5328800 | CANCELLED | Jan 12, 2009 | Jan 12, 2011 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 349236 | CANCELLED | Jan 12, 2008 | Jan 12, 2009 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 346310 | CANCELLED | Jan 12, 2007 | Jan 12, 2008 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 343526 | CANCELLED | Jul 2, 2006 | Jan 12, 2007 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 343526 | CANCELLED | Jan 12, 2006 | Jul 2, 2006 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CTO0101309 | CANCELLED | Jan 12, 2005 | Jan 12, 2006 |
| NORTH RIVER INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | 3210789078 | REPLACED | Jan 12, 2005 | Jan 12, 2005 |
| HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 45MSZU1004 | REPLACED | Jan 12, 2005 | Jan 12, 2008 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CT750330-1102-021 | CANCELLED | Nov 23, 2004 | Jan 12, 2005 |
| LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 747-4124 | REPLACED | Mar 1, 2004 | Jan 12, 2005 |
| HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 14 MS UB2802 42 | REPLACED | Jun 25, 2002 | Mar 1, 2004 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CT7503301102-021 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2002 | Nov 23, 2004 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CT7503301102-021 | CANCELLED | Jan 11, 2002 | Jun 1, 2002 |
| GENERAL SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TP1008154 | CANCELLED | Jan 12, 2001 | Jan 12, 2002 |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | CARGO | QT660189D6793TIL00 | REPLACED | Nov 27, 2000 | Jun 25, 2002 |
| AMERICAN EQUITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ACC100445 | CANCELLED | Nov 27, 1999 | Nov 27, 2000 |
| ROYAL INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | CARGO | PST231269 | REPLACED | Nov 27, 1998 | Nov 27, 2000 |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | TP102165 | CANCELLED | Nov 27, 1998 | Nov 27, 1999 |
| UNITED STATES FIDELITY & GUARANTY CO. | CARGO | CIM148047548 01 | REPLACED | Nov 27, 1997 | Nov 27, 1998 |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | TP100919 | CANCELLED | Nov 27, 1997 | Nov 27, 1998 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | 5V95945 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2022 | Dec 1, 2022 |
| TERM/CANCL | EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | 5T2 05 62 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 9, 2018 | Dec 9, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | 5T2 05 62 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2018 | Dec 1, 2018 |
| CANCEL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | QT-660-4222L250-TIL-08 | CARGO | Dec 22, 2017 | Dec 22, 2017 |
| TERM/CANCL | COMPANION PROPERTY & CASUALTY INS. CO. | CAF 3622898 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 12, 2015 | Jan 12, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | COMPANION PROPERTY & CASUALTY INS. CO. | CAF 3622898 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 15, 2014 | Nov 15, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | 5M2 05 62 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 15, 2014 | Nov 15, 2014 |
| CANCEL | VANLINER INSURANCE COMPANY | TRV5328800 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 12, 2011 | Jan 12, 2011 |
| CANCEL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 349236 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 12, 2009 | Jan 12, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 45MSZU1004 | CARGO | Jan 12, 2008 | Jan 12, 2008 |
| CANCEL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 346310 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 12, 2008 | Jan 12, 2008 |
| CANCEL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 343526 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 12, 2007 | Jan 12, 2007 |
| CANCEL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 343526 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 2, 2006 | Jul 2, 2006 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CTO0101309 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 12, 2006 | Jan 12, 2006 |
| TERM/REPL | LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY | 747-4124 | CARGO | Jan 12, 2005 | Jan 12, 2005 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTH RIVER INSURANCE CO. | 3210789078 | CARGO | Jan 12, 2005 | Jan 12, 2005 |
| CANCEL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT750330-1102-021 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 12, 2005 | Jan 12, 2005 |
| CANCEL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT7503301102-021 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 23, 2004 | Nov 23, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 14 MS UB2802 42 | CARGO | Mar 1, 2004 | Mar 1, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | QT660189D6793TIL00 | CARGO | Jun 25, 2002 | Jun 25, 2002 |
| CANCEL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT7503301102-021 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2002 | Jun 1, 2002 |
| CANCEL | GENERAL SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | TP1008154 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 12, 2002 | Jan 12, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | ROYAL INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | PST231269 | CARGO | Nov 27, 2000 | Nov 27, 2000 |
| CANCEL | AMERICAN EQUITY INSURANCE COMPANY | ACC100445 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 27, 2000 | Nov 27, 2000 |
| CANCEL | EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | TP102165 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 27, 1999 | Nov 27, 1999 |
| CANCEL | EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | TP100919 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 27, 1998 | Nov 27, 1998 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED STATES FIDELITY & GUARANTY CO. | CIM148047548 01 | CARGO | Nov 27, 1998 | Nov 27, 1998 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-326565 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (11 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC326565 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 4, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 1, 2022 |
| MC326565 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 29, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 8, 2021 |
| MC326565 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 16, 2010 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 14, 2011 |
| MC326565 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 16, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 9, 2009 |
| MC326565 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 17, 2007 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 11, 2008 |
| MC326565 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 18, 2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 16, 2007 |
| MC326565 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 5, 2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 8, 2006 |
| MC326565 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 16, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 13, 2006 |
| MC326565 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 16, 2004 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 12, 2005 |
| MC326565 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Oct 30, 2001 | — | Unknown |
| MC326565 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Feb 2, 1999 | REVOKED | Feb 7, 2001 |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
3 states • 50 inspections
Violation Summary (38 violations from 50 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.16 | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45A-BHIJ | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPDIT | HOS (Property) - Driver driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty at the time of inspection. Time | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LBL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205(c) | Wheel fasteners loose and/or missing | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (50 inspections)
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
23 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (23 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 24, 2025 | VA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | PORTSMOUTH | 264 W OFFRAMP | ...Y27977 | RAIL DIRECT TRANSPORTATION COMPANY |
| Sep 16, 2022 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | NORFOLK CITY | EAST BOUND INTERSTATE 264 | ...Y27976 | RAIL DIRECT TRANSPORTATION COMPANY |
| Aug 11, 2020 | NC | INJURY | 0 | 4 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 7, 2019 | VA | FATAL | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 19, 2017 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 30, 2014 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 5, 2013 | VA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 1, 2011 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 26, 2009 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 23, 2008 | VA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 25, 2008 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 14, 2008 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 20, 2007 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 1, 2007 | VA | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 24, 2005 | VA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 23, 2004 | VA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| May 30, 2003 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 2, 2002 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 5, 2002 | VA | INJURY | 0 | 3 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 3, 2002 | VA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 21, 2002 | VA | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| May 16, 2001 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 10, 2000 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
51 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 51 events